Hoary Redpoll

Scientific name: Carduelis hornemanni

Seldom encountered during the breeding season because of their far northern range, Hoary Redpolls are more familiar during the winter months when they move slightly farther south, often on a 2-year cycle related to seed availability. Hoary Redpolls are very similar to Common Redpolls, but are somewhat larger and paler.

Unlike many other songbirds, Hoary Redpolls will sometimes forage in flocks even during the breeding season. In winter, they are usually seen in flocks, sometimes with Common Redpolls, and will visit bird feeders.

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